Business Details
22 Years
experience
Design-Build Construction for Financial & Education Institutions
Momentum is a design-build partner dedicated to creating high-performing buildings for credit unions, banks, and higher education institutions. Our people-centric approach ensures spaces where individuals feel comfortable, engaged, and supported. With over two decades of experience, we combine deep market expertise with a transparent, collaborative process to deliver projects on time and under budget.Our focus on aligning design solutions with client goals has resulted in a long track record of successful projects. We prioritize understanding business needs upfront and maintaining client vision throughout every phase. Our team's commitment to humility, drive, and innovation sets us apart in the construction industry.
Services
Design-Build Construction
Retail Branches
Workplace Design
Higher Education Buildings
Brand-Inspired Buildings
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We deliver projects on time and under budget through transparent collaboration.
- Our people-centric approach aligns building design with organizational and community needs.
- We maintain 16+ years of experience in financial institution and educational facility construction.
- Our team holds advanced degrees in architecture and construction management.
- We implement data-driven strategies to optimize building functionality and user experience.
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Collaborative process
On time delivery
Deep market expertise
Brand-aligned designs
Services
Design-Build Construction
Our comprehensive design-build services deliver custom construction projects for financial institutions and educational organizations. We manage projects from initial concept through final construction, ensuring alignment with client vision and budget. Our integrated approach eliminates communication gaps between design and construction phases.
Retail Branches
Specialized branch construction services create welcoming environments that enhance member experiences. We incorporate brand identity into every space while optimizing functionality for financial operations. Our designs balance aesthetics with practical banking requirements to support modern financial services.
Workplace Design
We create engaging workplace environments that attract talent and support modern work models. Our designs incorporate hybrid work solutions and technology integration. Spaces are optimized to enhance productivity while reflecting organizational culture and values.
Higher Education Buildings
Custom campus facility solutions support evolving educational needs. Our projects include learning centers, administrative spaces, and specialized academic facilities. We prioritize creating environments that enhance student experiences and accommodate technological advancements in education.
Brand-Inspired Buildings
We translate organizational values into physical spaces that reinforce brand identity. Our designs create emotional connections through strategic use of materials, layout, and visual elements. Spaces are crafted to reflect client mission while serving practical business objectives.
People
Mark Alguard
President
16-year construction management veteran with degrees from University of Washington. Leads Momentum's client strategy with focus on people-centric approach and collaborative building processes.
Jenny Bengeult
Executive Vice President of Design
LEED-certified design leader with decade plus experience creating functional commercial spaces. Specializes in translating client visions into practical, code-compliant interior environments for financial institutions.
Colin Winters
Executive Vice President of Construction
20+ year design-build expert with emphasis on quality control and client relationship management. Prioritizes personal client connections while maintaining rigorous construction standards throughout project lifecycles.
Whitney Loe
VP of Sales
15+ year credit union industry veteran with expertise in merging digital and physical strategies. Advocates for member experience enhancement through strategically designed financial facilities.
Bob Saunders
VP of Strategic Partnerships
LEED-certified construction professional with civil engineering background. Specializes in sustainable design and workplace optimization through integrated project management approaches.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus exclusively on financial institutions and higher education organizations, creating purpose-driven buildings that support their unique operational needs.
How is your approach different from other construction firms?
Our integrated design-build model combines early stakeholder collaboration with data-driven decision making to ensure projects align with organizational goals.
Can you handle projects outside the Northwest region?
Yes, while headquartered in Seattle, we execute projects nationwide with established regional partnerships and local market expertise.
What project sizes do you handle?
We accommodate projects of all sizes from single branches to large campus developments, maintaining consistent quality across all engagements.
How do you incorporate sustainability into projects?
Our LEED-certified team integrates environmentally responsible materials and energy-efficient systems tailored to each organization's ESG goals.
Do you work with both design and construction phases?
Yes, our full-service approach manages both design and construction phases under one contract, reducing communication gaps and improving project efficiency.
